If you’re anything like me, you suffer from anxiety – the brief panic you feel in your chest during stressful (or even normal) moments, and the constant feeling of having a frog in your throat.
It’s debilitating and can make life feel miserable. Unfortunately, with anxiety there’s no one easy fix – however, talking to someone can help! I encourage you to do so if you feel like anxiety is controlling your life.
A small fix for me has been different kinds of tea. As someone who used to be a frequent coffee drinker, I was sad when I had to quit drinking it due to the way it was making my anxiety spike.
Luckily, today there are plenty of teas on the market that are caffeine-free and give you that warm fuzzy feeling inside (while not breaking the bank). Here are a few of my favourites!
PC Rooibos Herbal Tea
Naturally caffeine-free, rooibos tea is a rich, yet still decently sweet tea that smells amazing! I usually pick up this one from Zehrs, however any brand of rooibos will do. Loose-leaf is the best, but the pre-bagged brands will do the trick as well.
Tetley Bellini Herbal Tea
Since I’m a big fan of the peach green iced tea at Starbucks, I was so excited when I found this tea. While good warm, this tea really shines when served cold (especially with a little bit of lemonade and ice)! Plus, you’ll save some of the money that you would have spent on Starbucks.
No Name Camomile Herbal Tea
A classic, camomile tea is known for its relaxing properties. While it wasn’t always one of my favourites, camomile tea has grown on me. Pair this tea with a nice piece of toast and a candle, evening plans sorted.
President’s Choice Mulled Apple Herbal Tea
Lastly, mulled apple tea is a great option if you’re someone who also enjoys apple cider. While it’s the winter semester, this kind of tea is still fitting even if it isn’t as seasonally appropriate! One of my favourite things to do with this tea is to put a cinnamon stick in with it to enhance the flavour even further. Plus, cinnamon has lots of antioxidants and lowers blood sugar levels.
I hope this list has convinced you to try one of these teas to help relieve stress, and maybe to skip spending money on Starbucks from time to time to save some money as well! The winter semester is crazy, so just remember to breathe and take time for yourself.